Windermere Road, Islington, London, N19

Set along a tree-lined no-through road in Archway, this beautifully refurbished three-bedroom house brings together period character, carefully chosen materials and a thoughtfully arranged interior. Extending to approximately 1,458 sq ft (135.45 sq m) across four floors, the mid-terrace home has undergone a comprehensive back-to-brick renovation with three reception areas, a generous principal suite and a landscaped garden. Archway Underground and Upper Holloway Overground stations are both close by.

INSIDE

The refurbishment takes its lead from the house’s period proportions, pairing classic detailing with contemporary fittings. Solid wood flooring laid in a herringbone parquet pattern runs throughout, while integrated Sonos speakers and aluminium-framed doors bring discreet modern touches.

Two ground-floor reception rooms provide space to gather, read or retreat, with the flexibility to accommodate different ways of living. A Juliet balcony adds to the appeal of the reception space, while a separate dining area on the lower ground floor completes the home’s three reception areas.

The kitchen and dining space occupies the lower ground floor, creating a natural setting for everyday meals and longer evenings with friends. Bespoke German cabinetry with painted Shaker-style doors is complemented by Smeg appliances and a substantial two-metre island, with room alongside for a formal dining table.

Cortizo aluminium sliding doors lead directly onto the landscaped, zoned garden, where a tiled terrace incorporates a sheltered space for outdoor furniture and alfresco dining, with a raised level and leafy planting along the walls providing a secluded backdrop.

NEIGHBOURHOOD & CONNECTIONS

Windermere Road enjoys a particularly appealing position: a tree-lined street with no through traffic, offering a sense of privacy while remaining close to the shops, cafés and everyday amenities of Archway.

Transport connections are straightforward, with Archway Underground station nearby for the Northern line in Zone 2, and Upper Holloway providing London Overground services. Together, they offer convenient connections across the capital.

Highgate Village is within easy reach, with independent shops, cafés, restaurants and pubs set among its leafy streets. Holloway Road offers a further diverse collection of shops, cafés and everyday amenities, with an M&S Foodhall nearby at Archway Mall. The recently refurbished Sobell Leisure Centre provides a broad range of sports, fitness and family activities, while the Whittington Hospital is also close by, just off Highgate Hill.

There is an excellent dining scene to explore, both locally and across wider Islington. St John’s Tavern is a fantastic local pub just a short walk away. Further down Holloway Road, Zia Lucia is a favourite for pizza, with takeaway available for evenings at home, while Westerns Laundry on Drayton Park, just off Holloway Road, is known for its seasonal, seafood-led menu. Beyond, the restaurants, neighbourhood pubs and cafés of Highbury and Upper Street offer plenty of choice.

There is a good choice of schools in the surrounding area, including nearby Yerbury Primary School, which is rated Outstanding by Ofsted.